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Publisher's Summary

Eihei Dogen (1200 - 1253), founder of the Soto School of Zen Buddhism, is one of the greatest religious, philosophical, and literary geniuses of Japan. His writings have been studied by Zen students for centuries, particularly his masterwork, Shobo Genzo or Treasury of the True Dharma Eye. This is the first book to offer the great master's incisive wisdom in short selections taken from the whole range of his voluminous works. The pithy and powerful readings, arranged according to theme, provide a perfect introduction to Dogen - and inspire spiritual practice in people of all traditions.

Great narrator. Well structured even for a beginner. I would highly recommend this listen for those on the way. master Dogen paints a verbal work of art to help you to focus your mind. Not 1, not 2.

3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Tom Phillpotts

21/08/15

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" One of Buddhism's most influential teachers."

Dogen is mind-blowing. The narrator was passable, but put a little too much into it.

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Sean

Mooresville, NC, United States

01/03/15

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"A great performance of great wisdom."

This was my first exposure to Dogen, and a highly recommend it to anyone on the path, or for anyone who has "attained". The guy has experienced the void of nothingness that creates the everythingness of the universe, and it speaks volumes.

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Evidence

WA, usa

16/02/15

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"Enjoyably laughable."

As a practitioner of the way, I found many delights in these expressions. With new and old teachings of dharma throughout the recording, it was possible to become immersed but not overwhelmed.

This was my first encounter with Dogan as well as Brian Nishii and I intend it not to be the last.

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Jeremy W. Adams

USA

19/04/15

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"Dogen"

Would you listen to The Essential Dogen again? Why?

I will listen to The Essential Dogen again and I have already!

What other book might you compare The Essential Dogen to and why?

Living Buddha Living Christ, New Seeds of Contemplation.

What about Brian Nishii’s performance did you like?

It was relaxed and peacefully done.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

No.

Any additional comments?

Great for the novice to the master meditator. If there is such a thing.

2 of 3 people found this review helpful

rgdes

29/11/16

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"Good book, narrator was passable"

Would you consider the audio edition of The Essential Dogen to be better than the print version?

The brilliance of Dogen is "uncomment-able", drat I did it again. Found the narrators sudden misplaced lower register growling of "DOHgun" distracting. He didn't do it all the time but when he did, it was out of place and distracting.

Who was your favorite character and why?

The butlers dumpling was delicious.

Would you listen to another book narrated by Brian Nishii?

perhaps

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Perhaps, but how does one do this ?

Any additional comments?

Only that I have no more comments

0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Amazon Customer

Knoxville, TN United States

04/11/16

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"Dogen is difficult to comprehend"

Dogen is a difficult read, which should not be seen as a critique of the author or the narrator. Both have done a good job handling the material. That being so, the material is difficult to comprehend.

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Jermaine McGruder

08/10/16

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"Good but really boring"

If you like philosophy that will be the only motivation to get through this book. It is very boring. The Narrator talking in a monotone voice.

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Jessica

30/08/16

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"Lacking but Still Worthy of Invesment"

I would have liked more of Dogen's teachings rather than paraphrasing. still a very good book

0 of 0 people found this review helpful

KARIN

27/08/16

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"Having read Dogen before- I experieced a clarity and joy"

As I've earlier read parts of Dogen, I was thrilled to find parts of it read just for me, which I remembered . I was moved by the performances and the presentation of a difficult theme. By listening it contributed to a clarity of mind , and I understood everything better. Thankyou Karin Zetlitz

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